Here’s a thought…
“If they can get you asking the wrong questions, they don’t have to worry about the answers.”
THOMAS PYNCHON
Volunteer Event: Turtleback Mountain Preserve
Saturday, December 1, 9:45 a.m. to 1 p.m., Turtleback South Trailhead -- from Tanja Williamson for San Juan County Land Bank -- Meet your new Orcas Stewardship Staff and throw in a little habitat restoration to boot. Join us in the oak restoration units to help plant plugs grown in
Last Call for Food Co-op Community Hero Application Submissions
-- from Susannah Weaver for Orcas Food Co-op -- The Orcas Food Co-op’s Community Hero Program serves as an umbrella for “3% Thursdays,” “Register Round Up” and “Coins for Community.” Selected organizations will be the recipient of funds gathered through the following: 3% Thursday: 3% of the gross receipts on
EDC Presents Datapalooza
Wednesday, December 5, 10 a.m. - Noon, Emmanuel Episcopal Parish Hall -- from Victoria Compton for San Juan County Economic Development Council -- Need more data and information to make knowledgeable decisions about your business or as a community legislator or leader? Join the San Juan County Economic Development Council
Editorial Column: Journalism Reveals Challenges of “Paradise”
--by Margie Doyle -- July 4, 2011 -- Here in the U.S. Heartland (Sioux Falls, South Dakota) I breakfast at the hotel where Casey Anthony's trial continues to fix the imagination of Americans, and senior adults overeat at the free buffet while the kids prance about, anxiously waiting to go
Ferry Alert: Chelan Cancels Shaw and Orcas Departures
-- from Washington State Ferries (WSF) -- UPDATE: The M/V Elwha has been cleared for service and will complete the Chelan's final 2 round trips of the day beginning with the 6:30pm westbound sailing from Anacortes to Shaw and Orcas. Customers on the cancelled 5:15pm eastbound departure from Orcas to
Orcas Issues New and Views Retrospective: 2010 Notable Moments
— by Margie Doyle, Publisher and Historian — 2010 Stories and Links an incomplete list, browse our archives (go to the link in the left-hand sidebar) and add your interests: We built new homes at affordable prices – Homes for Islanders’ started, completed and started two “sweat-equity developments” this year,
Red Cross Tips for Contacting Loved Ones in Disaster Areas
-- from Laura Jo Severson -- I copied these from the American Red Cross website section about their Safe and Well program to help people connect with those in a disaster area. Be creative, and be persistent. If one contact method doesn’t work, try another. Don’t give up! Call during
Fire Commission Clarifies Term of Service for New Appointee
-- from Marla Johns for Orcas Fire Commissioners -- The Board of Fire Commissioners, Orcas Island is currently accepting applications for Fire Commissioner. Following the resignation of Commissioner Bedell, the Fire Commission must appoint a new Commissioner. Bedell vacated her seat following 10 years of service to the Department and
Holiday Art Walk a Village-wide, Two-day Event
Friday - Saturday, November 23 - 24 11, a.m. - 3 p.m., Eastsound -- from Michele Wiley -- Stroll shops, studios and galleries of Eastsound to your heart's content. Enjoy music and entertainment, refreshments and wonderful arts, crafts, gifts, or just spend a joyful afternoon with friends for the Holidays.
Library to Hold Annual Holiday Tea
Saturday, December 1, 12 - 3 p.m., Orcas Library -- from Madeline Sheplor for Friends of Orcas Library -- The Friends of the Orcas Island Library will hold their annual Holiday Tea on Saturday December 1st at the Orcas Island Public Library. Coffee, tea and punch will be served along
Your Dog Wants a License, Just Like Charley
-- from Milene Henley, San Juan County Auditor -- Auditor’s Office employees Jo George and Oren Combs issue 2019 Dog Tag #1 to local canine Charley Goddu. Charley Goddu, a 10-year old poodle mix, received the first dog license of 2019 at the San Juan County Auditor’s office.
Orcas Issues New and Views Retrospective: 2009 Notable Moments
-- by Margie Doyle, Publisher and Historian -- 2009 Stories and Links an incomplete list, browse our archives and add your interests: Orcas forms Park and Recreation taxing district https://theorcasonian.com/letter-to-the-editor-orcas-park-and-rec-commissioners-give-thanks-for-approval/ County prepares updates for Critical Areas Ordinance and Shoreline Management (Crack-up! at the August meeting power went out and the
November: A Time for Memories and Gratitude
--by Margie Doyle -- I'm indulging myself at Enzo's with a latte and a bagel, taking my time to respond to my emails, and enjoying the nostalgic version of the Byrd's "To Everything There Is a Season" -- a time for peace I swear it's not too late. I first
Third Tuesday is Open Mic at the Grange
Tuesday, November 20, 7 p.m., the Grange -- from Gordon Koenig -- Join us for Open Mic at The Grange, as a performer or as audience, in one of the most acoustically-satisfying spaces on the island. Mandy and Gordon will be your hosts on Tuesday, November 20 at 7 p.m.
Peace Island Medical Center Receives Guardian of Excellence Award
-- from Deanna Ellefson for PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center -- PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center in Friday Harbor has been named a 2018 Guardian of Excellence Award® winner by Press Ganey. This award is a nationally recognized symbol of achievement in health care. Presented annually, the award honors health
Seniors Visit Local Orcas Entrepreneur
-- from Vicki O'Keefe for Orcas Senior Center -- As part of a Orcas Senior Center series of small after lunch trips to local businesses, the seniors visited the Girl Meets Dirt enterprise on Lover’s Lane. I wish I could have photographed the smell of pepper and fruit simmering in
